Composite filling can be applied to both front and back teeth because it is tooth-colored and offers an aesthetic appearance. Details about in which cases and on which teeth composite fillings can be applied;
1. Front Teeth (Incisors and Canines)
- For aesthetic needs: Composite filling is often preferred in front teeth because it is in natural tooth color. It is used to correct cracked, broken or gapped teeth.
- Caries treatment: In the treatment of caries on the front teeth, composite fillings are generally preferred due to aesthetic concerns.
2. Back Teeth (Molars and Premolars)
- Chewing function: Composite filling can also be used in back teeth thanks to its durability.
- Medium-sized cavities: Ideal for the treatment of small and medium-sized cavities in molars.
- Aesthetic advantage: Composite filling is preferred for a natural appearance in premolar teeth that can be seen when smiling.
3. Aesthetic and Functional Conditions
- Closing interdental gaps: Composite filling provides an aesthetic appearance by closing the gaps between the front teeth.
- Broken or worn teeth: It can be used to treat cracks, fractures or wear on both front and back teeth.
- Correction of tooth form: It is applied to change or enlarge the tooth shape, especially due to aesthetic concerns.
4. To which teeth is its application limited?
- In cases of very extensive decay or where a large part of the tooth is lost, porcelain veneer or another restorative treatment may be recommended instead of composite filling.
- Alternative materials can be considered for durability in areas of the back teeth that are exposed to excessive force.
As a result, composite fillings can be applied to most teeth for both aesthetic and functional purposes. Your dentist will decide which teeth are suitable by evaluating the condition of the tooth.